RN - ICU - RUST

Presbyterian Healthcare Services • Rio Rancho, NM

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Presbyterian Hospital is seeking a Registered Nurse to join its Intensive Care Unit (ICU) team. The role provides care to acutely and critically ill patients, combining clinical expertise, attention to detail, and critical thinking with empathy and support for patients and families. Nurses continuously monitor patient condition, administer treatments, respond to emergencies, assist with diagnostics, operate critical-care equipment, document care, coordinate with healthcare professionals, support families, and follow infection-control protocols.

Requirements

• Associate Degree in Nursing.
• State of New Mexico or Compact State nursing license.
• BLS certification required at time of hire.

Nice To Haves

• One year of telemetry and RN experience is highly preferred.
• CCRN certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Continuously assess and monitor patients’ vital signs, symptoms, and overall condition.
• Administer prescribed medications and treatments, including IV therapy and sedation.
• Respond swiftly to life-threatening situations such as cardiac arrest, respiratory failure, or shock.
• Assist with and interpret diagnostic tests, including blood work, imaging, and EKGs.
• Operate ventilators, infusion pumps, and other critical-care devices.
• Maintain accurate patient records, including treatment plans and progress notes.
• Coordinate care with physicians, respiratory therapists, and other healthcare professionals.
• Provide emotional support and education to patients’ families about conditions and treatments.
• Follow infection-control protocols to prevent the spread of infection in the ICU.

Benefits

• Educational and career development options, including tuition and certification reimbursement and scholarship opportunities.
• Staff Safety wearable badge that allows nurses to quickly and discreetly call for help when safety is a concern.
• Shift differentials for night and weekend shifts, higher education, certifications, and various lead roles for eligible positions.
• Malpractice liability insurance.
• Loan forgiveness through the New Mexico Higher Education Department.
• EPIC electronic charting system.
• Wellness program with free on-site and community-based gyms, nutrition coaching and classes, mindfulness and meditation resources, and wellness challenges.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Associate degree